Shivani Gug, founder of The Diversity Blog sat down with Alison Lowe OBE, West Yorkshire’s Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime, and a recent apointee to the House of Lords.
From public service and community advocacy to identity, representation and the journey that brought her here, Shivani speaks to Alison about the experiences that have shaped her, and how those experiences impact her daily life not only as a person, but as a professional in West Yorkshire and the wider country.
Watch the full conversation below.
Founded by Shivani Gug in 2025, The Diversity Blog by S is a space for stories, voices and experiences that sit between cultures, countries and identities.
The Diversity Blog is an evolving collection of blogs, poetry, spoken word, and artwork exploring the rich, complex identities of those navigating the space between heritage and modern identity. Our message is to be proud of exactly where you lie on your invisible scale of identity.
If you’ve grown up between cultures, countries, or identities, whether you were born somewhere different from your family’s roots, grew up in a different country, or moved abroad at a young age, we’d love to hear your story.
